need opinions on getting new detector!!

[vwayne1]

Okay, I want any and all opinions on getting a new MD. It will primarily be for hunting an old town site . It has been a ghost since about 1950. The ground has been pushed around with heavy machinery in the 70's for planting trees for lumber company. I am currently using a white's xlt, with different loops. There are lots of rusty nails and debris everywhere. I am wondering what would be a better MD for this location. I am not a beginner. By the way, this is my first post on this forum, as I just found you guys last month. Thanks.

 

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[jeff of pa]

I'v heard the DFX is pretty much the same as the XLT. so In My opinion, the only thing which MAY be better is the EXPLORER XS-2 ......... You can take this for what it is , Just an Opinion from Reading Everything on the Forums & talking to those who have done the Up-Grade to Minelab, from an XLT & those who Upgraded to DFX, From XLT

 

[wepc]

I don't know that I would upgrade. I used the XLT and switched to the MXT and I believe the capabilities are very similar. If you upgraded to the Explorer 2, at least you could switch back without losing a lot of money.
Yet, if you do buy the Explorer 2 and ever head back to Whites, get the MXT. Supposedly a Whites MXT 2 is in the works.

 

[vwayne1]

I dont really want to "upgrade", I just want another machine that is better in the heavy nails and rusty iron. I love my xlt for most areas.

 

[spotz]

Have you tried the 4 x 6 shooter coil? It's supposed to work well in high trash areas. By the way! Don't be afraid to post your thoughts on the stuff you read. I think that this time of year is tough for all of us who just want to be out there detecting. It's a great chance to share ideas & swap stories of finds & hunts past or future. Spotz

 

[gldhntr]

minelab explorer pro 2 - hit the iron mask and go to it

 

[ol ploock]

With the Minelab Explorer II, you can null out "most" of the nails.

I believe with any machine though you'll find some nails that will think they are made of pure silver

Roy

 

[Lowbatts]

Haven't used a White's but hunted with people who were using XLT's. Can't think of how much more machine you'd get for your money. Sounds like you're set and just need to get around a few nails. Good luck and happy hunting!